Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Level Check

Remove the air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Add 0.7 liters of ATF SP-IV through the ATF filler hole after removing the eyebolt (A).

Fig 1: Locating Eyebolt
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Start the engine to warm up the ATF.
NOTE: Do not step on the brake and accelerator simultaneously to warm up the ATF.
Check by using KDS/GDS that the temperature of the ATF is between 50°C and 60°C (122-140°F).
Move the shift lever slowly from "P" to "D", then back to "P". Repeat this sequence a total of two times and then move the shift lever to "P" range.
NOTE: Pause in each range for more than 2 seconds.
Remove the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
Lift the vehicle and remove the ATF level plug (A) from the valve body cover.
NOTE: When removing the ATF level plug, keep the vehicle on a level ground.

Fig 2: Locating ATF Level Plug
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Check the ATF level.
Normal: ATF flows out in a thin oil stream.

Excessive (abnormal): Over 0.9 liters of ATF flows out for 2 minutes.

Insufficient (abnormal): There is no fluid flow.
NOTE:
If the ATF level is too high or low, follow the instructions below.
- Excessive: Drain until the ATF flows out in a thin oil stream.
- Insufficient: Add until the ATF flows out in a thin oil stream.
Install the ATF level plug (A).
NOTE: The existing ATF level plug O-ring must be replaced with a new one. (Do not reuse it.)

Fig 3: Locating ATF Level Plug
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Lower the vehicle and install the eyebolt (A).

Fig 4: Locating Eyebolt
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NOTE: The existing eyebolt gasket (A) must be replaced with a new one. (Do not reuse it.)

Fig 5: Locating Eyebolt Gasket
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